Sat Apr 05 07:00:00 UTC 2025: ## New Zealand Dominates Pakistan in Second ODI, Sears Takes Five-Wicket Haul
**Hamilton, New Zealand** – New Zealand cruised to a convincing victory over Pakistan in the second One Day International (ODI) at Seddon Park, Hamilton, on April 2nd. The Black Caps posted a challenging 292/8 before bowling out Pakistan for a paltry 208 in 41.2 overs, securing a comfortable 84-run win.
The star of the show was New Zealand seamer Ben Sears, who claimed a remarkable five-wicket haul (5/59) in only his third ODI appearance. This was not only his maiden five-wicket haul in any white-ball cricket but also his first ODI wicket. His performance propelled him into an elite group of nine New Zealand bowlers who have achieved a five-for against Pakistan in ODIs. Sears’ devastating spell, which included the wickets of Salman Agha and Mohammad Rizwan in a single over, effectively dismantled Pakistan’s batting line-up after a shaky start that saw them reduced to 9/3 thanks to early breakthroughs from William O’Rourke and Jacob Duffy. Faheem Ashraf (73) and Naseem Shah (51) offered late resistance, but it was too little, too late.
Mitchell Hay’s impressive 99* further solidified New Zealand’s dominance. Sears’ 5/59 are also the ninth-best bowling figures by a New Zealander against Pakistan in ODIs, highlighting the significance of his achievement. With 45 wickets in just 36 List A matches, the young seamer is making a significant impact on the international stage. The victory puts New Zealand firmly in control of the series.
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